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Rev. Martin Wells, Bishop

Rev. Helga Jansons, Director for Evangelical Mission

Annual Meeting letter, 2017

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! AMEN! Dear friends in Christ and members, with me, in the Body of Christ, I greet you at this dawn of the new year, 2017, with thanksgiving for your generosity and with prayers for your ministry in the year ahead. I know that I have said it before (and will keep saying it!) but there has never been a more important time to be the Church of Jesus Christ. That said, it is not an easy time to be the church of Jesus Christ! We live in a world deeply confused, if aware at all, about the notion of God and Ultimate Trust. Add to that all those who suffer today, wondering about the presence and mercy of God. Finally there are those who erect their own gods, even themselves, as they have no focus for ultimate trust outside of themselves. This world is stiff-necked and oh-so vulnerable! So it is for us a time of witness, a time of testimony, and a time when our action, our hands and our feet--wherever they find themselves--bears more witness than our words. That ultimate Word, Jesus of Nazareth, continues to bear witness by his life and death and resurrection and the world still knows his unique love. Now that world turns—even if it doesn’t know it—to see if the people of Jesus imitate his sacrifice or protect themselves in fear. I ask you to pledge fearlessness in the year ahead! As you act through your budget, through your program plans, and through your worship and prayers, let us turn to the neighbor in solidarity and persistent hope. Thank you for making it possible for the synodical church and national church to join you in this mission through your mission support, that portion of your budget that gives your ministry regional, national, and international scope. Together we are Church for the World and servants of Christ. May God bless you and keep you. May God turn his face to you and shine upon you. May God give you peace in believing and fearless hearts for the days ahead! Your brother in Christ, Bishop Martin Wells

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Eastern Washington Idaho Synod

2016 ANNUAL REPORT

King of Glory Lutheran Church, ELCA Boise, Idaho

Bishop’s Greeting ................................................................................................. 1

Congregational Minutes of 2016 Annual Meeting ................................................ 3

Congregational Minutes of 2016 Semi Annual Meeting ...................................... 6

Council President’s Report .................................................................................... 8

Pastor Hergert’s Report ......................................................................................... 9

Altar Guild Report ............................................................................................... 10

Christian Education Committee .......................................................................... 11

Columbarium Garden Report .............................................................................. 13

Evangelism Report ............................................................................................... 14

Library Report ...................................................................................................... 15

Ministry Coordinator Report / Technology Task Force ....................................... 16

Mission Endowment Fund Report ....................................................................... 20

Music Ministries Report ...................................................................................... 21

New Americans Task Force.................................................................................. 22

Outreach Programs ............................................................................................. 23

Community Garden Monthly Free Meal Sandwich Ministry

Older Wiser Lutherans (OWLs) ............................................................................ 24

Personnel Committee Report .............................................................................. 25

Property Committee Report ................................................................................ 26

Social Justice Report ............................................................................................ 26

Social Ministry Report ......................................................................................... 28

Stewardship Report ............................................................................................. 30

Women of the ELCA Report................................................................................. 31

Worship Committee Report ................................................................................ 32

Statistical Information 2016 ................................................................................ 33

2016 Financial Reports and 2017 Proposed Budget ........................................... 34

Balance Sheet .................................................................................................. 35 Reserve Fund Status Summary ...................................................................... 36 Treasurer’s Year End Report: Actual Income and Expenditures ................... 37 2017 Proposed Budget .................................................................................... 42

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King of Glory Lutheran Church Annual Meeting - January 31, 2016

Meeting came to order at 9:45 am. Present: Quorum Presider: Church Council President Sandy Lieske Opening prayer: Delivered by Pastor Kristi Bummer Approval of 2015 Annual Meeting Minutes A correction/update was presented: Wayne Bradburn was elected to take over for Lyman Larson on Council for the remainder of Lyman’s term. Todd Kraft moved and Trudy Anderson seconded to approved the minutes as updated. The motion passed with one abstention. Congregational Elections Members of the Election Committee stood to be recognized. Todd Kraft presented the history of Committee’s makeup, especially with regard to continuity of membership in the Committee. They are getting on a rotation schedule, electing 2 new members every other year. This year 2 people will stay on the Committee and 2 will be elected. Regarding the Synod Assembly representative posts: we have 3 voting seats for KOG, but 4 candidates. Ron and Pat Nearman are withdrawing as candidates; they can’t attend because of a prior commitment. Dave Meyer has agreed to be a nominee. Nominees for all positions:

● Synod Assembly: Fred Holmquist, Marge Holmquist, Dave Meyer ● Church Council: Barbara Blasch, Ken Reglin, Kari Twiss ● Church Council Youth member: Jordan Wallace ● Columbarium: Mary Rickerd, Lisa Kraft ● Mission Endowment Committee: Dale Krick, Elaine Short ● Nominating Committee: Doneta Stephensen, Joanne Temple A call for nominees from the floor was made. The results: ● Synod Assembly: Ian Tompkins was added to the ballot. The 4th vote getter would be alternate attendee. ● Church Council: None ● Church Council Youth member: None ● Columbarium: None ● Mission Endowment Committee: None ● Nominating Committee: None

There being no further nominations from the floor, Trudy Anderson moved to close nominations. Nancy Reglin seconded. The motion passed. The ballots were filled out and collected. The results are to be announced later in the meeting. Financial Report: Sharlene Harvey Overall, we are on the right path financially: our assets are growing in value and our liabilities (primarily the mortgage) are decreasing. No funds have been withdrawn from reserves this year. Pledges: 90% is realized in income C&B: this is consistent with past years. Per standard procedure, our church underwent a financial audit by a local auditing firm. We passed.

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We now have a Finance Committee to assist with tracking funds and making financial decisions for the church. Sharlene introduced the members. Question: “What is the ‘Fund to balance’ line item on the report?” The line item is for covering certain expenses. It was not needed this year. Question: “When does new pastor’s salary begin to be paid?” We won’t know until we get the new pastor; however, Pastor Bummer’s salary is for the whole year. When new pastor comes, we will make adjustments by taking Pastor Bummer off the payroll and adding the new pastor. The new pastor’s pay includes $25k for interviewing, moving, and insurance expenses. Question: “There’s a line item for Children & Youth Director; what’s it for if we don’t have one?” We are doubling Katie Vaage’s hours as Sunday School Director to cover those duties as Acting Children & Youth Director - part of money is for that. We’re also using $13k from designated funds for this purpose. It’s not called such in the budget, but we can change it to reflect that. One third of expected funds for the C&Y Director has come in. (These were the funds that people volunteered to pledge at last year’s annual meeting.) The push for the C&Y Director has softened over time. The Christian Education Committee will address the C&Y Director issue. Much is waiting on getting a new pastor. Barbara Blasch gave some background on the situation. Nikki Tompkins asked if we can we table this part of budget until mid-year. Dave Meyer said we can ask the Council President to bring it up at the proper time. Bruce Blasch moved to put $35k back in the budget and make it a line item for the Children & Youth Director before we table it. Richard Greenup seconded. The motion was amended to reduce the $35k amount by half. In discussion, Dave Meyer noted that the budget will be amended anyway when new pastor comes; budget for C&Y Director and Katie’s salary can come up at that time; we can put a line item in there. The amendment vote did not pass. Motion to add $35k: The motion did not pass. Motion was made by Mary Kay Tinker to pass the budget. Patsy Larson seconded. The motion passed. Other Reports Call Committee: Ella Gordon gave an update on the call process. The formal report is in the Annual Report folder. Year in Review and Key Focus Areas: Kevin Winsauer presented a slide show. The formal report is in the Annual Report folder. Endowment Committee: an oral report was given. The formal report will be published in the bulletin and newsletter. Election Results

● Synod Assembly: Fred Holmquist, Marge Holmquist, Dave Meyer. Alternate: IanTompkins ● Church Council: Ken Reglin, Kari Twiss ● Church Council Youth member: Jordan Wallace ● Columbarium: Mary Rickerd, Lisa Kraft ● Mission Endowment Committee: Dale Krick, Elaine Short ● Nominating Committee: Doneta Stephensen, Joanne Temple

A motion was made by Todd Kraft to accept the election results and destroy the ballots. Seconded by Kevin Winsauer. Motion passed.

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Other Business Ken Reglin made a motion to have future annual- and semi-annual meeting Sundays go to one service. This would help alleviate the rush to get the meeting over in one hour or less. Seconded by Todd Kraft. After discussion, the motion failed to pass. Vicar Anne Palma delivered the closing prayer. Motion was made by Bill Amos to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Richard Greenup. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted,

Bill Amos, Secretary

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King of Glory Lutheran Church Semi-annual Congregational Meeting Minutes, 6/12/16

Meeting came to order at 11:05 am, with 140 members in attendance, constituting a quorum. A prayer was offered by Pr. Kristi Bummer. Council president Kevin Winsauer called the meeting to order and presented an agenda. Financial Report: Sharlene Harvey The Council is trying hard to be transparent with church finances through information being made available via email and public monthly reports. KOG has a new method of doing offering via a service called Vanco. Church members can sign up and make their offerings and perform other tasks through it. Dan Price (Stewardship) explains it. Becky Newberry endorses it as a counter. Credit cards can be used for fees associated with events, such as buying things as in bake sales, etc. Additionally, the Stewardship Committee is planning to bring the Dave Ramsey financial workshop to KOG. Call Committee Update: Ella Gordon Four candidates were submitted by Bishop Wells originally. All have been interviewed. One was brought here, and we are still considering him. Bishop Wells sent three more names last week; one withdrew. One candidate from Michigan was interviewed, and one more from Wisconsin was interviewed today. New Support Groups: Kevin Winsauer Several worthy support groups are being helped by KOG, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Families of the Incarcerated, and Gentle Yoga. Ministry Highlights: Kevin Winsauer With a slide show, Kevin presented a month by month summary of events over the past year. Social Justice Committee Presentation: Gabrielle Applequist Gabrielle introduced the members of the committee (Gabrielle Applequist, Barb Blasch, Ella Gordon, Ken Grove, Marge Holmquist, Carolyn Pietz, Jana Price, and Ann Sansgaard) and displayed the mission statement: “The purpose of the Social Justice Committee is to increase awareness, leading to action and resulting in justice for all God’s creation.” The history of the Committee was explained, as well as the ELCA social statements and the subjects they cover. The ELCA has made several social statements. These statements are not edicts; they are meant to encourage civil conversation. Social Justice is not partisan. It’s all about the ways the Committee and congregation can be publicly engaged in important local and national issues. The Committee meets once a month, usually during the day, but it will consider evening meetings. Other area churches of other denominations have similar groups. The Committee’s intent is to be healing, not divisive; scripturally based, and promoting advocacy. It would create education projects for the church. The Committee introduces people to the issues; they can join local organizations if they want to get more involved. Constitutionally, this fits under the purview of the mission committees. This Committee can be set up per the Bylaws, without the need to amend the whole constitution. Action on making the Committee official per the Bylaws will come in the Annual Meeting in January, 2017. Strategic Planning: Kevin The Council had a retreat on April 9th. They did a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis for KOG. They identified the top 5 concerns to be the focus of further action this year: Finances, Youth, New pastor, Volunteering, and New Americans. Capital Expenditures: Kevin

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The goal is to have a strategic plan on how to address and fund projects. Some major expenditures are re-occurring like replacing the roof and heating/cooling system or paving the parking lot. Some are one time events like the Back Lot. The first step is to understand from the congregation and property committee potential upcoming and desired major expenditures/projects. The second step is to prioritize these expenditures based on imminent need as well as the desire by the congregation. The third step is to develop a team for upcoming projects and to get costs and bids to complete the work. The fourth step is to obtain funding budgeting AND fund raising. The fifth step is to implement the project once the funding is secured. Pastor Kristi: Called to go back to Montana July 10 is her last Sunday at KOG; a celebration will be held on that day. She is leaving to be close to her aging parents. Pulpit supply will be in effect until a new pastor is called. No new interim is expected. We may use retired or local clergy for on-call, visitation, and Sunday supply. Bishop Wells is helping us take care of this. Closing prayer The closing prayer was offered by Pr. Bummer. Todd Kraft moved to adjourn the meeting. Don Anderson seconded. The motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Bill Amos, Secretary

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To: King of Glory Congregation Members Subject: Letter from the Council President to the Congregation

Dear Members,

The past year has been one of change and underlying tension in the church. We are currently in a state of flux;

however, growth only happens with change.

We have been blessed with two interim pastors, Pastor Kristi and Pastor John, who have helped keep us on our

spiritual path. Our thanks to their leadership and to Bishop Wells for his support and guidance.

Speaking for the council and the congregation at large, we give heartfelt “thanks” to the Call Committee which

has done an outstanding job. Ella Gordon and the rest of the Call Committee have reviewed 16 roster leadership

profiles and conducted 11 in-depth interviews. They coordinated three on-site visits from potential pastoral

candidates and they are working on another visit for this January 2017. We appreciate their energy, diligence

and desire to find the “right” pastor. Please continue to pray for them and for our future pastor.

We all continue our own internal struggles with today’s societal issues. Some members have been active

through the Social Justice group in bringing these issues to the forefront so we can at least discuss, reflect and

pray about them. It is important for each member to understand that there are different points of view and that

we are all children of God. Continue to treat your fellow members with respect and dignity even if their

viewpoint does not match your own.

I would like to thank the staff for their hard work this past year with all of the changes they have had to endure.

They have dedicated themselves to make our church experience the best it can be. Welcome to Michael

Metzger as our Youth Coordinator. We are excited about the energy and guidance you will bring to our youth

programs.

I have been honored to serve with a great group of individuals on Church Council. I can say that each member

has been active and has contributed via expressing their perspective and insights on each topic discussed and

voted upon. I am very grateful to each and every one of them.

I am excited about 2017. A new pastor will be in place (I have faith!). Our youth will be excited about our

renewed focus on them and we will grow as a congregation concerning social issues. We will kick off our capital

improvement campaign and we will continue to find ways to outreach and support our community. The future

of King of Glory is very bright!

With gratitude to Pastor John, our Staff and to all of you that give of your time, talent and treasure!

Kevin Winsauer – Church Council President

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Pastor’s Annual Report As the heading above states, this is the place where the pastor tells you what he or she has been doing over the past year. As you all know, I have been only been here between three and four months, so this is in reality a quarterly report. Yet that quarter of the year has been filled with many things that might shape this community of faith in the years to come. I arrived as your Interim Pastor in September, coming down from the mountaintop of Holden Village. I came, as I have told you before, with some self-doubt and wondering if I was still called to Word and Sacrament ministry. You were hurting more than a little for your call process had unexpectedly taken a detour, and it was going to be a long way around to get to where you need to be. I thought, and you did as well, that I would be a short, short timer – maybe until Advent. Well, Advent has come and gone and so has Christmas. I am writing this in Epiphany which is a season of enlightenment; so how have we been enlightened during our time together? In some ways we have drawn closer; a crisis will do that to you, and a crisis we had with the death of Sierra. I continue to hold her family close in prayer and hope you do too. I saw you as a community reach out in ways that were very healthy. All were praying, all were hoping and when the time came all were and are still grieving. That is a sign of a mature community. This has been a time of hope as well. We have received 18 new members since I’ve arrived here. That is a good number considering that you are between pastors. It shows that you are doing some things right and that people are walking in the doors and making a commitment to be a part of this community of faith, the body of Christ. There have been anxious times as well; you quickly adjusted to me and for some strange reason you mostly liked me and some talked of keeping me. I suddenly felt a “kept pastor.” And that was fine too, because I took it to mean you felt that I brought some stability to an uncertain situation. It was a complement, even though it cannot be. Once again I am committed to being your interim until you have your called pastor. It is all good. I have seen how your committees operate and how you make decisions. I think there is a healthy process here, though sometimes I think you are impatient and want to move too quickly. Trust the process, trust one another and remember to trust God. If Holden Village taught me anything it is to slow down, reflect carefully and look for the coming of God’s Spirit. It is actually already here in our midst. Remember Jesus said, “I am with you always…” And yes, there have been some painful changes here. That happens in a community of faith. Sometimes people decide that it is time to move on and we have tried very hard to respect that fact. Your council is working hard in to put into effect a plan for staffing that will take you into the next phase of your ministry together. Trust them and pray for them as well. Your call committee continues to work and by the time you read this there might be some clear direction for this community. We shall see in the weeks ahead. But I am hopeful that this in-between time will come to a close for you in the months ahead. King of Glory is an exceptional congregation. You are generous in your outreach to the hurting ones of Boise. You are caring with one another, even though you occasionally disagree, but that is true in any community. You are loving and I have seen your forgiveness, too. You are a mix of liberals and conservatives. I always try and figure out what the split is, but in many ways it is harder to do here, for you reach across the aisle fairly well. Our leadership in DC could learn something from you there. You will have lively discussions in the months ahead to engage in being the church. Actually I prefer to call you what the bible tends to call the church – you are the “body of Christ.” You are a community of faith whose mark is the cross and whose practice is love. Remember that and all will be well. It has been an honor and continues to be an honor to serve as your interim pastor. Peace, Pastor John

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King of Glory Altar Guild Annual Report

The Altar Guild is a group of dedicated members who quietly and generously donate their time and talents to keeping the church’s chancel ready for worship. Routine responsibilities of the Guild include:

Changing the paraments (linens) according to the season

Keeping the robes used by the pastor, assisting minister and acolytes clean

Setting the altar for communion (bread, wine, chalices) for Sunday worship, funerals and any other

occasions upon request

Replacing candles as needed and maintaining the candle lighters

Ensuring that items needed during baptism are available to the pastor

Taking care of flowers at Christmas and Easter seasons and Pentecost Sunday

In 2016, we purchased new blue paraments that complement the banners for the season of Advent. Two of our members “retired” in 2016 and we are thankful to Leah Holstine and Lois Keating for all of their contributions during their years of faithful service. We are also thankful for Edi Swenson’s faithfulness in this ministry. Her leadership, wisdom, expertise and friendship will not be forgotten. If you are interested in joining Altar Guild or just want to know more about what we do, please contact us. We always welcome new members (men, we mean you, too). Thank you to the members of the Altar Guild:

Marlis Aas Barbara Blasch Mary McCollum Nancy Severson Shirley Dodson Roxann Jensen Wanda Firman Claudia Laushman Joanne Temple Mary Floyd Sue Fornander Joan Peterson Nancy Reglin Elaine Short

Respectfully submitted, Nancy Reglin and Elaine Short, Co-Chairs

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Christian Education Committee 2016 annual report

The Christian Education Committee was reactivated in November, 2015. In January 2016 we continued our discussion on defining our scope of responsibility to the congregation as defined in the Constitution and how we relate to the Youth and Family Committee, the position of Child/Youth Ministry Director and other organizations within the congregation. Members delved into the history of the Christian Education Committee at KOG and looked at documents from other Lutheran churches. As a result of our work, we wrote the following mission statement that was approved by the Church Council in February, 2016:

“The Christian Education Committee (CEC) exists to aid in ministering to the disciples in this congregation and to all persons who can be reached with the Gospel of Christ. The CEC, in consultation with pastoral staff, will formulate policies that guide Sunday School, coordinate the development of adult Christian education experiences; coordinate the process of recruiting and training people to function as teachers in the congregation’s education program; review and evaluate resources used in the education program of the congregation; and provide support of the library and encourage library use.”

Recognizing the need for evaluation of space usage on Sunday mornings during the education hour, the Committee called a meeting with all stakeholders of space that included the Library, the Preschool, ESL for New Americans, the Music and Choir Directors, Quilters and both Youth and Adult Education. We discussed the variety of concerns of each group and settled on a plan of room allocation that met the needs of all groups concerned. We asked for support from the Council and all groups who sometimes hold meetings during the Sunday education hour to schedule their meetings at other times in order to encourage attendance at Adult and Youth Sunday school. The exception to this is the Sandwich Ministry and choir rehearsal. The CEC began looking at the KOG budget allocations in order to tease out the expense categories between Christian Education and Youth and Family that had become co-mingled over the past few years. We presented our recommendations regarding reallocation to the Finance Committee for consideration as they prepare their report to the Council. The Committee wrote Scholarship Guidelines for Vacation Bible School that was approved by the Council. The Committee is finalizing their work on Nursery Policies and Procedures that will be forwarded to the Worship & Music Committee and then forwarded to the Council for final approval. Following the resignation of Katie Vaage as Sunday School Director, the Committee began planning for Youth Education beginning in the Fall. Ann Sansgaard agreed to serve as Sunday School Coordinator on a temporary basis through 2016 until another volunteer could be identified to serve in that capacity. A variety of Sunday School materials is being used. There is an increasing trend towards digital materials; consequently the need for TV monitors and other equipment is needed. The youth were divided into age appropriate grades and teachers recruited. The following are teachers and substitutes: Kelly Loy, Diana Link, Barbara Blasch, Ann Sansgaard, Julie Drew, Patty Larson; Kevin Winsauer, Austin Petersen, Katie Vaage, Doneta Stephenson and Cheryl Johnson. The Committee thanks Katie Vaage for her years of dedicated service as Sunday School Director as well as those who have stepped up to volunteer this year. Adult Sunday Education has presented a wide variety of topics in 2016 as follows with a total of 30 in average attendance: LGBTQ and Reconciling in Christ (RIC); Islam; ELCA Social Statements – what are they?; Bible Study of The Book of Ruth; Refugee Resettlement; New American Conversations; “Reading the Bible Again for the First

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Time”, book study; Biblical Interpretation; Stewardship Committee presentations; ELCA Votes; Women and Justice, developing social statement; Colossians, a Bible Study, Caring for Creation; and Christmas Music. We held a summer series “Living the Questions” which had an enthusiastic average attendance of 16. We also ran a series titled “Prophets for Non-Profits” when outside speakers came to discuss their work in a variety of organizations: Make a Wish Foundation Director; Islam, Ahmed-Zaid; International Rescue Committee of Boise, Julianne Tzul and Mr. Dauda; Wassmuth Center for Human Rights, Dan Prinzing; League of Women Voters, Betsy McBride; Green-Ideas, Amber Bieg; Christian Academy of Las Torres in Nicaragua, Leith Fitch, Carol Swisher and Gene Knaga; Boise Police Department, Officer Tom Brady. The Committee thanks the following members of King of Glory for teaching/moderating sessions: Tom Christensen, Barb Blasch, Sally Husted, Trudy Anderson, Bob Firman, Mary Rickard, Gabrielle Applequist, Jana Price, Lothar Pietz, Mark Drew, Ann Sansgaard, Carolyne Pietz, Nicki Tompkins, Greg Olsen, Sandy Lieske, Becky Newberry, John Hergert, and members of both the Stewardship Committee and the Social Justice Committee. The Committee initiated “Clean the Closet” day, inviting all KOG groups who utilize storage space to come together to determine their needs and to reorganize and eliminate items that are no longer used. We also initiated the formation of the independent Reformation 500 Committee, who is planning activities to inform and celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation in 2017. Members of the Christian Education Committee serving in 2016: Barb Blasch, Tom Christensen, Ella Gordon, Sean Roche, Alec Sarazolla, Ann Sansgaard, Nicki Tompkins, Katie Vaage, and Wayne Bradburn, Council Liaison.

Carolyne Pietz, Chair From the Interim Sunday School Coordinator: A full complement of dedicated Sunday School teachers and substitutes greeted KOG children and youth for the first day of Sunday School in September. As part of their witness, teachers agreed to be faithful in worship and to be students as well. The teachers meet monthly and as part of that meeting are doing a book study on Marcus Borg's book "The Heart of Christianity." Classes for the 2016 -17 school year are being offered for Pre - K and Kindergarten; 1st and 2nd grade; 3rd and 4th grade; 5th and 6th grade; junior high; and high school. Attendance has been up from last year, but not what we would like it to be. As a congregation, as parents, and as sponsors, we all made promises to these children when they were baptized (see page 228 in our ELC Worship book.) Let's take these promises seriously and live them out. One of the highlights of this year was made possible by a family who offered the Sunday School students $1,000 for them to spend on ELCA Good Gifts for children and families around the world. Students made their choices with much thought and excitement. Thank you to this anonymous family for a truly wonderful gift! Currently we need a volunteer to assume the duties of Sunday School coordinator. This person would work with the Christian Education committee and would be available on Sunday mornings during the Sunday School hour to provide support to teachers and students. Please call Carolyne Pietz, chair of the Christian Education Committee, when you are ready to accept this position. Ann Sansgaard - Interim Sunday School coordinator

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Columbarium Garden 2016 Annual Report

The Columbarium Garden Committee is made up of 6 elected members who meet quarterly to review, update and make decisions when appropriate to assure that we are fulfilling the obligations and responsibilities to which we are committed as outlined in the Columbarium Garden Agreement. During this current year, the Committee members were involved in the following areas: Inurnments - There were two (2) inurnments with Memorial services. Committee members prepare the Columbarium Garden for the services and participate where needed. Memorial Brick Program – One (1) brick was purchased to memorialize or honor a loved one. Bricks may also be purchased to be engraved with a Bible verse or Christian message. These bricks are available for a donation of $75.00 and such donations (less engraving costs) are designated for the Columbarium Garden maintenance expenses. On October 11, 2016, the Committee voted to increase the donation from $50.00 to $75.00 for each brick due to an increase in the engraving costs. To date a total of one hundred twenty nine (129) bricks have been purchased. Columbarium Contracts – One (1) new contract was purchased this year for a total of thirty (1) contracts. Each Columbarium niche has space for four (4) urns. There are a total of sixty seven (67) reserved spaces and currently thirty two (32) spaces have been used. Maintenance – The Columbarium Garden is maintained weekly throughout the year by the Committee members. Two maintenance projects were completed this year: 1) painting the wood framing around the stained glass windows; 2) Painting the wrought iron fence surrounding the Columbarium Garden and the two (2) wrought iron benches within the Garden. Financial Statements – The financial accounting is independent from the King of Glory finances. The balance sheet as of December 31, 2016 is as follows: Total Bank accounts* $ 7,003.17 Total Assets accounts 31,719.41 Total Liability accounts 17,325.00 *Contractual reserve of $3,500.00 is included in this balance to cover unforeseen expenses for contracts sold. Columbarium Decorations – The Committee decorates the Columbarium Garden 5 times each year: Easter, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. We would encourage anyone interested to visit the Garden during these holiday seasons, as well as throughout the year. The Garden is open every Sunday after worship services. Brochures/ Display – A revised Brochure has been printed and is available at the Columbarium Gardent display near the church exit door leading to the Garden. 2016 Committee Members – Fred Holmquist, Lisa Kraft, Vern Nelson, Cathie Olson, Mary Rickerd and Pastor Chuck Spiedel. Respectfully Submitted, Vernon Nelson, Chairperson

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Evangelism Committee 2016

Our committee has had only a few meetings this year, with most of our business being able to be done via emails. We are a committee with “eagle eyes,” always looking for visitors that we can welcome. In spite of our lack of a permanent pastor, we have been able to have two “Meet and Greet” events, the first at the home of Don and Trudy Anderson, the second at the home of our Council President and his wife, Kevin and Connie Winsauer. The information classes for the first group were conducted by Vicar Anne Palma and our Bridge Pastor, John Hergert, conducted the second group. The Sundays our new members are received, we have a welcome hour during the regular coffee hour, encouraging our members to take time to visit with them over a cup of coffee. They are always received at the service they prefer as their regular worship time. If we are able to have our visitors fill out a “First Visitor” card, found in the pews, notes of welcome are sent, and we endeavor to deliver a Mug Bag to them at their homes. At that time, we are able to answer any questions they may have concerning any of our services or ministries. The Mug Bag contains one of our King of Glory coffee mugs (filled with candy), along with a devotional booklet, our monthly newsletter and other information. We are continuing to have a number of visitors attending, and even though we still do not have a permanent pastor, they tell us in their conversations with them that they have been very impressed with the friendliness of the congregation, as well as our outreach programs, such as the Sandwich Sunday ministry and our Free Meal program. We cannot emphasize enough that all of us as members of King of Glory are part of the Evangelism Committee. Watch for new faces and don’t hesitate to put your hand forward and say, “Hi, I don’t believe I’ve met you – I’m (insert your name here!)” – Try it! It works! Respectfully Submitted, Alice Nelson Members of the 2016 committee:

Lynda Cambron Wanda Firman Glen and Claudia Laushman Alice Nelson Kelly and Joanne Temple

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King of Glory Library 2016 Annual Report

Our library is a self-help library which means you are able to come in and check out a book on your own. The check-out materials with instructions is located on the table by the far window. The library is open any time the church is open for use except when there are meetings being held in the library. The library does have an email address that is library@koglutheran.org. Our regular staff includes Patty Larson, Mary Rickerd, and myself. Without these wonderful and talented people to help me in the library, it would not be what it is today. Library Thing is an online system that we try to keep up to date on what we have in the library. You are able to view what we have by going online to librarything.com and putting in the user name: Psalty with the password: job23. It will take you to King of Glory's home page and from there you will be able to see what we have in our library. We have a small budget that we work from to purchase items for the library. Plus we are connected to the Family Christian Store and their Perk membership card. Any time you go into the store and purchase items and use the Perk card we get a percentage of that purchase to use at the store. Family Christian is now a non-profit store and all their profits go to the Mission Field. We are grateful for the many donations that we receive from you the congregation. Your continuing support of the library is very important to its success! Look for a book cart in the New Year that we will have over by the Congregational Picture Board. We plan on having 2 locations for you to look at books and be able to check them out. The return book deposit will still be in the library to the left as you go in the door. My thanks to the library staff for the excellent help and to the congregation for your ongoing support of the library here at King of Glory. May God continue to bless this ministry and the ministry of King of Glory. Respectfully submitted, Nicki Tompkins-Head Librarian

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Ministry Coordinator’s Annual Report The largest part of the Ministry Coordinator’s job is to serve the Pastor, freeing him or her to focus on Word and Sacrament. Serving under two interim ministers has meant staying flexible and finding what service is needed when it’s needed. Regular duties have included:

filling pastoral requests; working with external partners; providing marketing for events and ministries; designing and managing signage and promotions as required; scheduling spaces and ensuring rooms are set up for events with chairs, tables and audiovisual tools (TV, data projector, etc); managing coffee hours and scheduling volunteers; helping to organize larger social events such as Lenten Soup Suppers; Oktoberfest and special guest visits.

I am onsite through the week and on Sundays to provide support, field questions and address issues as they arise. I have covered in the office when needed and have taken over all service scheduling and notifications since fall 2016. In the staffing transition, I’ve taken on greater administrative duties with managing publications, ordering supplies, fielding requests and working with our Treasurer on Accounts Payable. Events and activities this year

Time and Talents A Time & Talents survey was run in September. The information was entered in our Revelations software (we have since migrated to Icon CMO) and was then reformatted into an easy-to-read setting and a detailed contact file was also created. This file was distributed to committee chairs by email (or print on request) and also posted on the Council communications board for congregation members. If you would like a copy, please email me at jbennett@koglutheran.org!

Hospitality Groups Working with existing groups, Lenten Soup suppers were organized. The groups will be reorganized by the end of January to include new members and allow new leadership to serve.

Policy Updates At request of Council, data re: wedding and funeral policies at churches of similar size or denomination in the area were researched and collated. Policy recommendations were created and shared with council. This will be taken up again once a new pastor is on site.

Education committee Working with chair Carolyne Pietz, spaces were reassigned, a cleaning day across committees was scheduled and delivered, and the Bethlehem room was refreshed with paint and teaching tools.

External Partners Working with Council, I provided information, communication and contract changes re: approval of ongoing AA chapter daily meetings; discontinuation of relationship with Treasure Valley Academy Coop; space shifts with Early Childhood Center contract; space scheduling for ongoing weekly yoga class. Sons of Norway and AARP requests were also facilitated as they arose.

Property Committee Notifications and requests were provided as facility needs might arise,. Occasionally, external vendors or agents were contacted and requests funneled.

Technology Task Force I was directed by the church council to deliver a Technology Survey and call a Technology Task Force in late 2015 and early 2016. The Survey was completed in early January; I collated the data and the Task Force began its work in late January. The Task Force’s mission was to develop a Proposal for strategic solutions to issues related to current and ongoing technological needs of King of Glory. We completed that task in September 2016, delivering a 14 page proposal to the Council. That proposal can be found on the Council communications board. An abbreviated version report follows. I am deeply grateful to all of our Task Force members for their yeoman’s work: Jim Stumpf, Don Peterson, Seth McMullen, Wes Lewis and Steve Bolton. To conclude, I am daily humbled by the disciples of King of Glory and its many ministries and committees. It is a privilege to be a part of the staff and congregation. Thank you for the continued opportunity to be of service in our mission to reflect God’s grace. Respectfully Submitted, Julia Bennett, Ministry Coordinator

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Technology Task Force Proposal (Abbreviated) A complete Task Force Proposal can be found on the website, on the Council communication center (bulletin board) or request your copy at jbennett@koglutheran.org. On the direction of the Council, a Technology Task Force (TTF) was called to create a proposal for a strategic, integrated solution to technology needs for King of Glory Lutheran Church (KOG). Members included Julia Bennett, Steve Bolton, Wes Lewis, Seth McMullen, Don Pederson and Jim Stumpf. The TTF met one to two times monthly between January and September 2016. Data used to create the proposal included a congregational survey congregation, field research and examination of data regarding KOG’s use and implementation of technology, as well as discernment and prayer. A phased implementation is recommended as: a) Bids remain more accurate and do not “time out”. B) Phases can be budgeted independently and over several fiscal years. C) Technology costs have dropped each year over the past decade and will continue to do so. D) Market innovations continue to occur; phasing allows us to consider the most contemporary solutions. Implementation would be phased in over five years. Background In January of 2016, a survey was distributed to the congregation assessing technology use and perceived needs among the membership. The survey rate of return was 33% at 73 surveys from an average 223 regularly attending members (of 485 baptized). The following priorities “in the coming 18 months” were reflected:

- Improve performance, amplification and control of sanctuary audio and lighting (45%) - Support Christian Education via updated classroom technology and access to virtual resources (41%) - Update and redesign the KoG website (39%) - Improve Fellowship Hall audio/visual capacity (38%) - Enhance outreach and evangelism through technology (e.g. Social media, email, and website) (26%)

From this survey, the Task Force identified five interconnected areas of operations at KOG: worship, communication, fellowship, education, and staff/office. Each area was then broken down to preferred outcomes as follows:

1. Worship a. Audio system with the ability to:

o hear clear intelligent speech o enhance/ amplify musical production o balance across different sources o interface with outside groups o capture / record events

b. Corporate data backbone capable of handling audio/video/data traffic in all facility areas c. Acoustical treatment d. Visual displays (screens for meetings, worship enhancement, digital signage) and cameras e. Ability to record and stream worship and special events such as weddings, funerals and memorial

services

2. Communications/website a. Enable a corporate data backbone capable of handling audio/video and data traffic in all areas of the

facilities b. Install digital signage both in and outside the facility c. Redesigned website with improved navigation, clear information and clean, attractive design d. Retain a webmaster to maintain and update the website

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e. Improve ‘branding’ of the church via social media f. Enable online marketplace (mobile giving) and point of service purchasing for offering, merchandise,

fundraising, special events

3. Fellowship:

a. Enable a corporate data backbone capable of handling audio/video and data traffic b. Improve / provide acoustic treatment on walls, ceiling and floor c. Install Sound system for events d. Install screens with ability to interface with the sanctuary for overflow of worship and special

events e. Incorporate electronic announcement board

4. Education: a. Enable a corporate data backbone capable of handling audio/video and data traffic b. Enable sanctuary audio in the cry room, narthex, nursery and children’s fellowship rooms c. Install audio and video capability in the Forum, with additional technologies for the Bethlehem

room, conference room and fellowship hall

5. Staff operations/ Office a. Enable a corporate data backbone capable of handling audio/video and data traffic b. Enable network file and print sharing c. Optimize staff time management through resource training and education d. Optimize facilities scheduling

The Task Force then determined project priorities in the following phases:

A1* Data Backbone A2* Audio Design A3* Website Design/ Maintenance B Acoustics/ Lighting C** Video-Screens/ Streaming

* impacts all areas: office operations, communication, fellowship, worship and education

** impacts areas: fellowship, worship and education

Estimated Costs The Task Force elected to meet with Isaac James of (Re)Think Church Media to learn more about the consulting process and its benefits and requirements. After providing Isaac with a tour of King of Glory, we discussed the aspects of project design, phasing, integration, and interoperability as key elements of our project and factors for project cost estimation. Isaac noted that the Task Force has done its research well and conducted the due diligence required to understand the needs of a project of this scope; moreover, the resulting understanding bodes well for long term success. A broad estimate was received as follows:

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SERVICE ESTIMATE Worship Audio - Acoustics - Stream - Screens – Lighting $50-70K Comm’n / Digital Signage Inside and Out - Update Website – Website Webmaster - Social Media - Online Marketplace $25-35K Fellowship Acoustics - Audio - Screen - Interface w/sanctuary -

Announcement Board $25-35K Education Audio/Video $15-20K Infrastructure/ Network File/Print Share - Staff Education Office Time Management – Scheduling $10-15K

Backbone Corporate Data Backbone $10-15K

TOTAL $135-190K This is a snapshot of estimated costs at this time. Some of these phases may be further divided into smaller projects over time. Recommendation At this time, the Technology Task Force strongly recommends a phased A-B-C strategy that can allow each phase to build upon the previous one in a thoughtful and integrated manner. Our proposed solution can be considered strategic, expandable and cost effective. At the outset, and most critically, the installation of a solid backbone will provide inter-operability, flexibility and capacity to better provide support for worship, education, fellowship, communications and office operations that benefit and enhance the King of Glory community. With the completion of each phase, the faith and fellowship experiences of both ourselves and our neighbors can be deepened and enriched. Most important, our capacity as a congregation to reflect God’s Grace and to achieve King of Glory’s mission will be realized to its fullest extent.

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Mission Endowment Committee The Mission Endowment Fund accepts gifts through bequests, life insurance distributions, cash donations and donations of securities and/or real estate. Some King of Glory members give gifts in recognition of birthdays or anniversaries. These principal contributions to the fund are never spent and are considered gifts of endurance. As of December 31, 2016 the balance of the Endowment Fund was $182,397.91. Income generated from the endowment Fund is calculated at the end of each year and distributed. The Endowment Committee asks congregation members for suggestions for names of local agencies, groups or works for the committee to consider. The fund income gets distributed in these categories: Community & Synod Outreach (20%), Worldwide Outreach (20%), Capital Improvement (20%), and Discretionary Within Other Categories (40%). The 2016 income, $3,500.00, was distributed as follows: Community Outreach: Meridian Foodbank Backpack Program $300.00 KOG Summer Reading Program 500.00 Worldwide Outreach: Christian Academy of Nicaragua 200.00 ELCA Good Gifts 500.00 Capital Improvement: KOG Bell Choir (refurbish bells) 500.00 KOB Voice Choir (new robes) 200.00 Discretionary: ELCA Good Gifts 500.00 Lutheran Campus Ministry 250.00 Idaho Humane Society 250.00 Idaho Foodbank Backpack Program 300.00. Thank you to committee members in 2016 - Gordon Swenson, Richard Lindquist, Dale Krick and Elaine Short. Respectfully submitted by Joanne Temple, Chair.

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Music Ministries 2016 Annual Report

This marks the end of my seventeenth year with the music program at King of Glory and my twelfth year as the Director of Music Ministries. Our music program continues to work HARD towards supporting worship so that we may all sing our praises “with one voice”. I continue to try and choose a nice variety of hymns and liturgical music for a blended worship fitting the season, lectionary and sermons…to move and inspire our congregation while still following our wonderful and ancient liturgical tradition of Gathering, Word, Meal and Sending. Special music is offered by the choirs at both services as well as a bell choir several times throughout the year and a variety of soloists and instrumentalists. I also direct the bell choir and accompany all worship services/choir with Seth directing the choral program. Even though my position is now only 15 hours a week, it seems like I’m still as busy as ever! Musical highlights for the year: -Male Ensemble Northwest joined us with their phenomenal choral music -Easter Brass quintet -Youth pianists throughout the summer -Reformation brass during both services -Ecumenical Advent Concert at St. Mark’s -Sharing our voices to the “Night of Remembrance” service for a local Hospice -Christmas Eve Choir and Roxanne Jensen and Neema Etoka offering Prelude and Postlude music. I will let Seth speak to specifics of the Choral program. A special thank you to ALL the musicians in this congregation – your time and talents are appreciated much more than you’ll ever know. I invite all members of King of Glory to please take the time to thank these musicians on a regular basis. I would especially like to thank the steadfast offerings from our 11a drummer, Jorgen Vaage. I immensely miss Edi Swenson and her occasionally offerings of Organ accompaniment and duets with me – it is very sad to look at all the music she has given me thru the years – I miss her dearly. Respectfully submitted, Laurann Taylor “Music is a servant of the Gospel and a principal means of worshiping God in Lutheran churches. Congregational song gathers the whole people to proclaim God’s mercy, to worship God, and to pray, in response to the readings of the day and in preparation for the Lord’s Supper.”

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King of Glory New Americans Task Force

Members: Sally Husted, Gabrielle Applequist, Wayne Bradburn, Bob and Wanda Firman The New Americans Task Force Committee is an ad hoc committee; that is, it is formed for the purpose of delegating and designating tasks to better help New Americans attending King of Glory adapt and integrate into life into Boise. The model for helping New Americans in past King of Glory history was demonstrated by certain people who had adopted families coming to the United States, and specifically, to King of Glory. The families are grateful for the help and for those who take them to church. The idea was to develop a task chart in which we could identify the needs of our New Americans and decide best how to help those needs. We met once in August and again in October. The following needs were determined: Transportation; English skills and Translators; and Funds. Divisions were made as far as help with driving in certain areas - that is, test-taking and practicing driving skills. Rides to church and elsewhere were also organized. It was determined that an English class would be essential to New Americans’ advancement in jobs and in integrating into the community of King of Glory, as well as Boise. A class is held during the Sunday School hour, with four teachers helping approximately an average of six New Americans. It is a small but successful effort. Much financial support and help with food is given generously by many in the King of Glory congregation. The help—from Men’s Prayer Breakfast, as well as the Social Ministry Committee, not to mention individual gifts to our New American families—is much appreciated. The New Americans express their continued gratitude to the congregation in saying “God is great”. In February of 2016, eleven New Americans were baptized into the faith community of King of Glory, and in January six more were baptized into our church, in a bilingual service, thanks to Pastor Tom Christensen. We were all blessed by both events. In an additional effort, Trudy Anderson graciously worked hard to successfully provide computers for the New Americans through the Computers for Kids program as well as through funds from individual donors at King of Glory. The families now have computers which are so essential for navigating education and work today. The New Americans Task Force, as well as the New Americans, are grateful to King of Glory and their continuing ministry in helping those in need. Respectfully Submitted, Sally Husted

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Outreach Programs 2016

King of Glory Community Garden The King of Glory Community Garden finished its eighth growing season in 2016. The first garden work day in April involved setting up the sprinkler system and spreading about 40 yards of compost on common pathways in the garden area. Garden plot selection was done in May and more families wanted garden space than the garden had space. A total of 19 families used garden space this year. Fees, ranging from $10 to $40, were collected to underwrite some operation costs. Some gardeners returned from previous years and others were new. Garden production continued until the first freeze in late October. In early November, vegetation from all plots was removed and the garden was 50 yards of horse manure was spread on the garden area during a second work day. $595.00 in special offerings for the Garden were received in 2016. Plans for 2017 include continuation of the current Community Garden with the primary aim to support refugee families. The garden will be fertilized with horse manure this winter and tilled in April 2017. Sincere appreciation is extended to numerous people in making the Community Garden a success. Jim and Roberta Niebergall and Julie Drew were the primary presence at the garden, watering and helping gardeners. Thanks to the congregation for their continued support of the garden space. Your collective efforts created a hugely successful second garden season and have laid the groundwork for good things to develop in the future. The garden needs additional help from members of KOG. We need to create a larger support team than the Niebergalls and the Drews to provide direction for the garden and to help us build a more cohesive community among the gardeners. We need to convert the greenhouse to solar power. We need helping hands on work days to get the garden set up in spring, monthly weeding, and shutting it down in fall. If anyone would like to help with these efforts, please contact Roberta, Jim, Julie or Mark. Respectfully Submitted, Mark Drew Free Meal Ministry Please see Social Ministry Annual Report Sandwich Ministry The King of Glory “Sandwich Sunday” ministry remains strong and active this year. Started by Edi and Gordon Swenson, the ministry’s been picked up by the able hands of Val and Tom Bridges and Ron and Pat Nearman. Sandwiches were delivered on the second Sunday of each month to the Boise Rescue Mission’s City Lights facility. Sandwich production ranged from 430 to 860 sandwiches each month, with an average of 460 sandwiches delivered monthly. That’s a total of over 5500 sandwiches for the year plus cookies, fruit and leftover cheese donations! Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this important hunger ministry – whether it’s a donation of meat, cheese, bread or your hands to make the sandwiches, together we have made an important difference in someone’s life each month. Finally, a deep nod of gratitude to Gordon and Edi for bringing Sandwich Sunday to King of Glory and for all they both have brought our congregation. Respectfully Submitted, Julia Bennett

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King of Glory Annual Report 2016 Older Wiser Lutherans (OWLs)

The OWLs are a group of men and women 65 and over, that meet for lunch the third Tuesday of each month. We also do some other activities through the year as they are planned. We have been blessed with several new members that have been fun to get to know and an easy way to get to know the people of King of Glory. The OWLs have had some interesting times together. We celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a potluck. In August, we went to the Botanical Gardens to enjoy the beautiful gardens and get some exercise at the same time. After lunch in October, we went to tour USFUL, a glass factory that takes donated wine bottles and turns them into drinking glasses and many other beautiful items. USFUL also takes people in and trains them in how to be productive employees by teaching them skills and good work ethic. We had a seminar for anyone to learn about Supplemental insurance and how the different plans work with Medicare. If you couldn’t attend the seminar and need information, please contact Marge Holmquist. We look forward to you joining us for lunch or for other activities in 2017 as they are planned. Submitted by Marge Holmquist.

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Personnel Council Annual Report The Council appoints King of Glory’s Personnel Committee for three-year terms. The Personnel Committee provides support to the Council and Pastor/Head of Staff as a Human Resources Department provides in a business or non-profit organization. The committee recommends employment-related policies and establishes employment-related processes to create a fair, positive work place for staff. The committee does not evaluate or discipline personnel, although members of the committee may serve as a resource to the Pastor/Head of Staff and Council President in personnel matters. Primary activities of the Personnel Committee in 2016 were:

Conducting or appointing committees to manage job searches for open positions. Revising the employee handbook. Developing a Sabbatical Leave policy for Pastors. Making annual compensation increase recommendations for non-pastoral staff. Addressing other issues related to employment at King of Glory.

The personnel committee meets on an “as needed” basis. Some months the committee does not have business; in other months the committee is very active. In December Nicki Tompkins and Dan Price were appointed to the Personnel Committee to begin service in January 2017. Welcome Nicki and Dan! Respectfully, Trudy Anderson (chair), Sandy Lieske, Jorgen Vaage, Stephanie Stohel and Ella Gordon

Bridge Pastor

John Hergert

Director of Music Ministries

Laurann Taylor

Director of Choirs

Seth McMullen

Consultants: Children & Youth

(Michael Metzger); Tech Support

Ministry Coordinator

Julie Bennett

Nursery Attendant

Tiffany Longwill

Custodian

Charlene Etoka

Administrative Assistant

Vacant

Organizational Chart of Church Personnel

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King of Glory Property Committee Annual Report 2016

The general mission of the King of Glory Property committee is to provide a safe, beautiful and welcoming place of worship. This includes maintaining the church property for the benefit of the congregation, be good stewards, preserve and protect the congregation’s investment. Regular seasonal activities include responsibilities such as lawn care, irrigation, weed control, parking lot cleanup, trim trees/shrubs, fence repair, and service/repair of all equipment. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the exterior and interior of the building, maintaining the roof and gutter system, assuring all lights and utilities are functioning properly and assuring the sidewalks and parking lots are safe. Several projects this year that highlight additional activities include continued repair/maintenance of the irrigation system, carpet cleaning and routine maintenance/repairs within the facility. In addition, we converted the parking lot lights to LED bulbs this year. Half-day workdays are held from early spring through fall (lunch included) for all volunteers. In addition, signup sheets specifically for flower bed care and lawn care can be found in the Fellowship Hall. Monthly workdays always conclude with a lunch and fellowship. In addition, many volunteer for projects needing attention at any given time throughout the year. Again, this help is greatly appreciated. In summary, the property welcomes anyone who would like to be a part of our committee and its efforts. Please contact regular committee members; Don Anderson, Ray Aas, Wayne Bradburn, Lynda Cambron (lunch coordinator), Dean Falk, Lonnie Holloway, Ron Nearman, Ken Reglin and Sean Rocke for further information. Respectively submitted, Dean Falk, on behalf of the Property Committee

Social Justice Annual Report 2016

Note: Social Justice will seek congregational approval to become a standing committee at King of Glory at the Annual Congregational Meeting on January 29th. Mission Statement To increase awareness, leading to action, and resulting in justice for all God's creation Members Gabrielle Applequist (Chair), Barb Blasch, Ella Gordon, Marge Holmquist, Carolyne Pietz, Jana Price, Ann Sansgaard Activities Add the Words: January 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. These 4 sessions talked about the issue concerning the LGBTQ community; what it means specifically to be LGBTQ; what kinds of discrimination these people meet; what the Bible tells us and teaches us on the subject; followed by testimonials from members of the Interfaith Alliance of Idaho, a member of the Idaho legislature, and members of King of Glory; and finally an invitation to participate at the Interfaith Prayer Vigil in support of LGBT rights, and the Add the words rally RIC (Reconciling in Christ): February 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th

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As we concluded at the end the first set of presentations that King of Glory is a welcoming congregation, but not a reconciling one, we studied what it means to become an RIC congregation, what process is involved, and a survey was taken during one of the sessions. Since then, an RIC group developed, independently from the Social Justice committee. ELCA Social Statements: April 3rd, 10th, and 17th ELCA Constitution guiding principles, and statements on social justice Policies procedures; how to care for all people Caring for creation: vision, hope and justice Refugee resettlement ELCA Task Force on Women and Justice: September 25th, October 2nd, 9th, and 6th Conversations on Faith, Sexism, and Justice toward a Social Statement. We used the guide on: Lutherans and Scripture; Historical Issues of Problematic Biblical Interpretations regarding Women; The Book of Faith, Women and Justice October 23rd, WELCA, in coordination with Social Justice, presented a class on Human Trafficking ELCA Votes: September 11th and 18th We followed the ELCA Guide on Civic Participation and Voter Education Voters' registration forms were available Summit on Idaho Hunger and Food Security October 28th at the Riverside Hotel in Boise Members of the Social Justice committee were encouraged to attend. The goal is to educate ourselves on an important issue and present what we learned at a future set of adult Sunday school hours. Movement to make Social Justice Committee a Standing Committee at King of Glory Letter to the Council's President and Members Meeting with the Council on April 21st Presentation at the Congregation Meeting on July 12th Meeting with the Council's President and Members on November 17th Presentation and vote at the Congregation Meeting on January 29th, 2017 Coffee Hour: December 4 after each service Reformation 500 Possibility of using a DVD entitled Luther and Economic Justice in 2017 Done: January 18, 2017 By Gabrielle Applequist, Secretary

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Social Ministry 2016 Annual Report

The 2016 calendar year for the Social Ministry Committee was another year of growth and giving. We wish to thank the congregation for the generous support of all of our projects. In February, we provided and served cake and ice cream to residents at Good Samaritan Home for their monthly birthday party. In March we asked people to fill Birthday Bags for the Meridian Food Bank. These bags are given to children who come into the food bank on their birthday. We filled 70 of these bags this year which are a nice treat for the children. We had assistance in the form of a Thrivent Action Team gift of $250 to purchase extra bags this year. In April and May we collected items for the Idaho Humane Society. We had two large car loads of donations for the shelter including kennels, food, treats, dishes, toys, blankets, etc. On June 5, we hosted a brunch with a freewill offering to fund our food bank Christmas project. With these funds and our budget, we purchased $2,614.08 in food which was donated to Meridian and Community Ministries Food Banks in December. This food weighed 3,135 pounds! We also donated several bags of scarves that were knitted and crocheted by our members. Thank you so much for your attendance and donations. In July and August, we collected books, magazines, coffee and cookies for the Veterans Hospital. Some items were also delivered to the Veterans Home. Thank you for remembering our veterans. We collected new stuffed animals for children in the hospital in July. In August we sponsored a Lutheran World Relief Project. We collected with the great support of the congregation, hundreds of school items and were able to assemble 72 school kits. Some of the extra school items were donated to needy children in our church and community. Thanks to the quilters for mailing our kits in October. In September and October, the committee collected donations for Hope House in Marsing. Thank you for supporting these children and their home. It is an amazing place that helps so many children. We sponsored a Red Cross blood drive on November 5. We are finding it difficult to fill the schedule at times as many people are ineligible to donate blood. In November we also asked for contributions of cleaning supplies, diapers, and hygiene products for some of our church families. In December we collected food in our church at the “giving tree”. That food was donated to Meridian Food Bank for the Backpack Program which provides food to school children on the weekends. Wal-Mart gift cards also were given to several families in our congregation who are facing financial challenges. We thank WELCA for their financial help for the gift cards. In December we heard that Interfaith Sanctuary was housing five new babies and were in need of new cribs for them. We used $233.15 to purchase a crib, 2 mattress pads and 2 sheets from Target and they were delivered at the end of December. Free Meal

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2016 had a record high of serving 701 meals to 513 people. Attendance was up 21 percent from last year and meals served were up 37 percent. We would like to thank the 44 different people who donated food and/or volunteered their time to support this ministry. We are finally reaching quite a few people in the neighborhood which we are very happy about. We look forward to another great year. All information has been provided by Carolyn Jean Smith Ongoing Projects

Throughout the year, used eyeglasses are collected from members of our congregation and are taken to Nicaragua by Bruce and Barbara Blasch.

We collect pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. They recycle the tabs and use the proceeds to purchase items for the home.

The Social Ministry Committee has a helping hands group called “Sharing is Caring”. This program is designed to help members of our congregation who are faced with illness or the death of a family member. This year we used Mealtrain for the first time to help schedule meals for a member with a lengthy illness which worked very well.

We collect “Labels for Education” which are printed on many household and food items. The labels are used to purchase supplies for schools in our area.

The committee gratefully collects and delivers food donations from our congregation each month. Donations of food items were distributed to the Meridian, Eagle, Community Ministries, El-Ada, and Hope food banks in 2016.

Thank you to all the members of the Social Ministry Committee for your contributions and participation in all our projects. We would also like to thank the congregation for helping us with our projects this year. We welcome new members at any time of the year. Those serving on the Social Ministry Committee during 2016 were:

Marlis Aas Pat Nearman Barbara Blasch Joan Peterson Marilyn Falk Beverly Siefkes Doris Fleischer Carolyn Jean Smith Rhonda Howard-Gjoraas Linda Spiedel Helen Gregory Corliss Trom Marge Holmquist Terri Wiley

Respectfully submitted, Shirley Dodson, Chairperson

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Stewardship 2016 Annual Report

Highlights from our committee: After months of research, our committee brought forward to the council a recommendation of using Vanco Payment Services as our vendor to accept debit & credit card payments online and at functions at church.

As of April 2016, church members are able to schedule online giving from their bank account/debit or credit card with Vanco Payment Services.

There is a big green Give Online button on the home page of King of Glory’s webpage to start your electronic giving!

The Vanco debit/credit card reader was used at the Bazaar in November. It was a big success!

We asked the congregation to take an online Time & Talent survey before filling out a Time & Talent sheet. The Stewardship committee developed a Ministry Plan for King of Glory: 2016/2017 – A Year in Review and A Look Forward. The Ministry Plan allocates costs to ministry categories, describes a bit of what we do in those categories, and identifies work we did in those ministry areas during 2016. The Ministry Plan not only shared much of what was accomplished in 2016, but includes aspirations for 2017. Our committee will continue to update this living document. We are thankful for Tom Bennett’s & Pastor Kristi’s time & talents that were shared with our committee this past year! We also welcomed Teresa Schmalz to our committee. In thankfulness, we share generously our time, talents and treasures! Members: Dan Price, Sandy Lieske, Lisa Kraft, Becky Newberry, and Teresa Schmalz Respectfully submitted, Lisa Kraft

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Women of the ELCA 2016 Annual Report

The King of Glory Women of the ELCA (WELCA) strives to support issues that the women of our church are concerned in the church, community, nation & world. All KOG women are a part of the KOG WELCA. You are welcome to join activities and develop ideas and projects. The WELCA Board works to help facilitate this work. We team with other committees and groups within the church body. This past year’s highlights: January Essential oil class led by Melinda Walters February Boise Little Theatre play "Calendar Girls" March Making Pillowcase dresses for girls in Africa with the Treasure Valley Cluster April Hosting coffee service on one Sunday; Hardanger classes with Pr. Kristi Bummer and Mary Kay Tinker May Bold Women Sunday, Spring luncheon with General meeting and speaker Deanna Watson.

Theme: "Housing for all" Hardanger classes with Pr. Kristi Bummer and Mary Kay continued

July Women's retreat at Luther Heights September General meeting with Speaker, Dawn Maglish from InsideOut October Sunday school seminar with Officer Tim Brady from the Boise Police Department

Topic: Human Trafficking WELCA Synod Gathering in the Tri-Cities, Craft nights begin

November Annual Bazaar held with $12,000 netted, to be designated to areas in need. December Created tray decorations (pine cone vases) designed by Bobbi McCaw for V.A. patients Bible Study was held monthly using a study from the Gather magazine. The LWR Quilters created and sewed over 200 quilts that went to LWR Relief, local Africans and H.S. Seniors. The Prayer Shawl ministry gave 65 shawls and blankets away to those who needed comfort. We gave 40 blankets and 10 hats to the hospitals for those babies who did not make it. The parents then could take the garment home. We also made 54 pocket prayer cloths of which many have been taken. We have created a new document that helps us keep track of funds that are requested from the bazaar. So far from this past bazaar we have given requested funds to the Meridian Foodbank for their backpack ministry, Story Link (a Prison reading program for inmates & their families), Handbell Choir (maintenance fund), Reformation 500 Committee and the Idaho Discipleship Conference. Board members for 2017 are Nicki Tompkins (President), Tami Malnar (Vice President), Carol Jean Smith (Secretary), Becky Newberry (Treasurer), Sharon Grove & Bonita Pfankuch (Growth), Jana Price & Judy Seamands (Action), Nancy Severson & Claudia Laushman (Community), Carol Jean Smith (Prayer Shawl Ministry). Thanks to outgoing Board members Ella Gordon, Marge Holmquist, Bobbi McCaw & Melinda Walters. Your work on the WELCA board was much appreciated. Respectfully submitted, Nicki Tompkins, President

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Worship Committee Annual Report 2016

The worship committee seeks to offer a worship environment and experience that is meaningful and accessible to all. This year, the committee has continued to focus on factors that would enhance our worship experience, and creating new and innovative worship opportunities. Transition and change has been the bulk of our work this year – with an interim pastor, transitioning to a bridge pastor, and the work of our call committee continues. The goal of our committee is to create worship services and events that will continue to attract new members and engage all ages. We seek to establish an environment that is welcoming to all, as our congregation includes many generations, cultures, and families. We encourage all assembly members to actively participate in worship through ushering, greeting, being a lector and/or an assisting minister. We offer on-going mentoring and training for anyone interested in these opportunities. Through leadership of our pastoral and lay staff, the worship services at King of Glory Lutheran continue to be planned using different liturgies and ideas, in conjunction with ‘Sundays and Seasons’(a worship planning guide). The worship committee has made a commitment to worship planning through review of elements that have worked in the past and by utilizing new ideas and sharing with one another what could be improved upon. Some of our highlights this year include: First Sundays as designated “paperless” Sundays where we encouraged members to bring electronic tablets or readers to church and use that for their bulletin. The bulletin was available for downloading prior to the services. Our narthex space has been filled with many different items over the year to depict the season – for example, during Advent there were many crèche displays through the narthex, and a baptismal display shone brightly during Epiphany. We also use this space to honor veterans and military personnel, boy and girl scouts, and much more. It is a great way to share the talents of this congregation with one another and with our visitors. To kick off the summer worship series we held our Memorial Day weekend worship on Thursday to give the staff a weekend off, and held that Thursday worship outside complete with a bonfire and S’mores! Summer worship again moved to one service and was well received. The Worship committee has new leadership as of October 2016. Steve Bolton is the new chair of the committee and Carlene Roche is the new secretary. We welcome them into their new roles and we know that the committee will continue to flourish under their leadership. Respectfully submitted, Dawn & Wes Lewis, Co-Chairs

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Statistical Information - 2016

1. Baptized Members at end of 2015 594

2. Baptized Members received during 2016

a. By Baptism: children (15 years and younger) 9

b. By Baptism: adults (16 years and older) 2

c. By affirmation of faith 18

d. By transfer 4

e. From other sources and statistical adjustment 0

f. Total members received this year 33

3. Baptized members removed during 2016

a. By death 4

b. By transfer 3

c. For other reasons and statistical adjustment 132*

d. Total members removed this year 139

4. Baptized Membership end of 2016 488

5. Total confirmed membership, end of 2016

393

a. Number confirmed in 2016

7

*Statistical adjustment completed by Pastor K. Bummer - May 2016

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2016 FINANCIAL REPORTS

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2017 PROPOSED BUDGET

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